Gagrote - Nowshera, Rajouri
Gagrote is a village situated in the Nowshera tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Nowshera and around 63 km from Rajouri. Gagrote village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gagrote is 001603. The village covers a total geographical area of 800.9 hectares and falls under the 185151 pincode. Nowshera is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Gagrote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gagrote
As per Census 2011, Gagrote village has a total population of 1,754 people, consisting of 902 males and 852 females. The village has 411 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 301 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,067 literate and 687 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 671 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gagrote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,754 | 902 | 852 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 156 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 111 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 671 | 333 | 338 |
| Literate Population | 1,067 | 623 | 444 |
| Illiterate Population | 687 | 279 | 408 |
Nearby Villages of Gagrote
Gagrote is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gagrote
Public transport in the Gagrote is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nowshera to Gagrote is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Gagrote is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gagrote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gagrote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gagrote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gagrote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gagrote
Where is Gagrote located?
Gagrote village is located in Nowshera Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagrote?
Gagrote is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gagrote?
The pincode of Gagrote is 185151.
What is the population of Gagrote?
Gagrote has a total population of 1,754, including 902 males and 852 females.
How many households are there in Gagrote?
There are 411 households in Gagrote.
What is the literacy rate in Gagrote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gagrote is 60.83%. Male literacy is 69.07% and female literacy is 52.11%.